Become a Backend Web Developer
Being a Back-End Developer is a bit like being the electrician of a website or app. Without the right connections behind the scenes, the lights in front don’t quite work.
As a back-end developer, your role is to build and manage servers, security, and data storage that help websites run properly. While back-end developers work on unseen processes, their contributions are vital to the success and functionality of all digital platforms.
The programme kicks off with ALX Foundations, a 2-month module that prepares you to thrive in the digital workforce. You will learn critical communication, leadership, and career-building skills that will help you develop into a well-rounded professional.
You will learn the basics of programming with languages like JavaScript and Python and data management tools like SQL. The capstone project culminates with planning, developing, and deploying a backend web application that is fully-functional. This hands-on, project-based learning style prepares you to work as a backend developer after graduation.
No matter your skill level, this programme is designed to take you from novice to a job-ready Back-End Web Developer in 6 months.
Start Your Career in Tech as a Back-End Developer
58% of job openings in the digital economy require basic coding and programming skills
27 M
Back-End developers worldwide
80%
Of Back-End Developers learn online
Statista, Stack Overflow
Top Employers Who Are Hiring in Back-End Web Developers
Who This Programme is For
You want to launch a career in tech and are looking for the perfect place to start for a total newbie.
You have a basic understanding of software development, but want to build your back-end skills in essential areas like database and server management.
You’re on your way to becoming a full-stack developer and want to master back-end development to enhance your skill set.
Get a job in Back-End Web Development
This fully-online programme provides you with the foundations to start designing and building websites in no time. You will tackle the foundations of coding and get to grips with the most used design tools, setting you up for a career as a Back-End Developer.
Prepare for jobs such as
- Junior Back-End Developer
- Database Administrator
- API Developer
- System Administrator
- DevOps Engineer
- Backend Web Analyst
- Freelance Back-End Developer
- Cloud Engineer
Our Learner’s Journey
Curriculum
You’ll learn about
- Basic proficiency in back-end languages like Python, Node.js, and Express.js
- Database management with SQL (e.g., MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases
- REST API, Authentication, and other back-end concepts
- How to build a basic, functional web application from the ground up
- To problem-solve based on real-world scenarios
Tools you will learn
Course Duration & Learning Modalities
How You’ll learn
Work through downloadable content and online instructional material at your own pace.
Interact with your peers and mentors online or in-person at our Tech Hubs.
Supplement your learning with interactive content including video lectures and walk-throughs.
Test your knowledge with weekly quizzes and projects based on the latest in tech.
Investigate real-world case studies and learn to apply your skills practically.
Fees & Financing
Our partnerships allow us to offer eligible candidates access to sponsored world-class training with programme costs waived.
For all successfully accepted learners, ALX charges a one-time administration fee, payable upfront or in monthly instalments to confirm your enrollment in your programme.
| 2024 Administration Fee | Pay in Full (Discount 20%) |
2x Instalment Plan | Pay as you Learn (Monthly) |
| $200 | $160 | $100 | $33.33 |
Learn more about our payment policy here.
Programme Requirements
- 18-34 years old
- Of African origin
- Ability to write and speak English proficiently
- A laptop or desktop computer with access to a stable internet connection
FAQs
The ALX Back-End Developer programme is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with limited coding experience, and tech-savvy professionals looking to level up their skill set.
This program has no prerequisites or prior experience required in web development or coding. However, to be successful we do require you to be able to dedicate up to 20 hours a week for the duration of the program, you will be required to have access to a steady internet connections and be proficient in written and spoken English.
All ALX learners are invited to join The ROOM Fellowship community where you will have access to a global network of resources, job opportunities, and ongoing career support.
ALX Foundations is a transformative experience that will give you the edge to stand out in the job market, with expert training in interview techniques, soft skills, and essential career competencies.
Please ask LEA our Learning Experience Assistant for more information and answers to any additional questions.
Due to training requirements and programme rigour, ALX permits learners to be enrolled in one programme at any given time. If you have applied to or are currently enrolled in a programme, you will not be eligible to apply to another programme.
Our Hubs
Co-Working, Connecting And Climbing
- Unlock the key to success and join a community of like-minded individuals in a state-of-the-art co-working environment. Take advantage of high-speed internet, peer support, and an environment to help you thrive. Our hubs are designed to take your productivity and success to new heights, where the rigour of online training is deepened through in-person experiences and practised in context.
- Location - Nation Centre - CBD Nairobi, CPA Centre - Thika Road, & Gateway Park - Mombasa Road Take a virtual tour here
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